Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

look-on

verb
/ˈlʊk.ɒn/
Definition
To observe or watch something without participating in it.
Examples
  • While everyone was dancing, she just chose to look-on from the side.
  • During the game, a few friends decided to look-on instead of joining in.
Meaning
The term ‘look-on’ refers to the act of watching or being a spectator in a situation without taking part or intervening. It often implies a passive role where one simply observes events or actions happening around them.
Synonyms
  • witness
  • observe
  • watch
  • gawk
  • stare